Lock and Dam Operator

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: You will serve as a developmental Lock & Dam Operator (WY-05) training for the WY-08 level. You will work alone or in a 2-man team performing routine lockages under direct supervision or shift direction of a higher-graded operator.

Assist with handling and snubbing bow/stern lines to assist pilots.

Walk lines to proper locations along the lock wall.

Secure vessel lines to the lock wall.

Under direct supervision, operate electrical, electronic, and hydraulic gate controls at one end of the chamber.

Learn to operate water control valves safely.

Clear ice, logs, and debris from gate paths and recesses.

Perform ground maintenance (mowing, snow shoveling, janitorial tasks).

Assist maintenance crews with routine repairs.

Input vessel times, registration, and direction into logs.

Use basic light and horn signals as directed.